Hydropower Team Lead - Mechanical Engineer

Position Overview

HDR is seeking a Hydropower Mechanical Engineering Team Lead to join our Northern California team. At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming and inclusive environment where diverse ideas are valued. In this role, you will lead the hydropower mechanical engineering practice, oversee NorCal’s hydropower projects and team, and actively engage in business development and client relations. You will play a key part in ensuring that client needs are met and exceeded while driving project performance and quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Take charge of the mechanical section's operations: hire and develop staff, provide mentorship, drive business performance, maintain quality control, and support marketing efforts to attract top talent.
• Lead projects as a Project Manager and/or Technical Lead: oversee production and management, review equipment and design specifications, evaluate bids, perform site inspections, develop mechanical designs, and provide field support during installation, testing, and start-up.
• Take administrative responsibility for section staff and technical service functions: coordinate with other power and hydropower sections across NorCal and HDR.
• Be directly involved with hydropower clients: engage in marketing, project production, business development, proposal preparation, and interviews.
• Ensure all work is planned, organized, controlled, evaluated, and executed through proactive project management and quality control.
• Select, train, develop, and manage technical personnel to build a strong, skilled, and diverse team.
• Manage and develop multidiscipline teams: foster collaboration and innovation.
• Work cooperatively with the National Hydropower Practice and the overall Power Sector to support local and national marketing and production efforts.
• Perform other duties as needed to support HDR business activities and project goals.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum 7 years of experience
• Professional registration, license, or certification may be required based on role
• Strong communication and listening skills
• Ability to handle multiple assignments
• Good leadership and organizational skills
• Commitment to being an active participant in an employee-owned culture

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior consulting experience including client relationship building and client management
• Industry expertise with a minimum of 7 years in the power industry
• Experience with power station systems: cooling water, lube oil, governor hydraulics, compressed air, HVAC is a plus
• Active engagement in industry associations such as ASME, NHA, CEATI, ACEC, etc.
• Technical proficiency with large valves, turbines, piping systems, rotating equipment, heavy machinery, and engineering design
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Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• Life insurance and an employee assistance program
• Paid time away, parental leave, and paid holidays
• Retirement savings plan with employer match
• Employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement
• Compensation: Expected compensation range is $117,887 - $168,410 annually depending on skills, experience, education, and geographical location.